CARAVAN SALON from 30 August to 8 September 2024 is the most relevant platform for presenting new models and innovations in the caravanning industry. “Düsseldorf will become the centre of the caravanning world for ten days! Over 750 exhibitors will be presenting a huge variety of ranges in 16 halls and on the outdoor premises. CARAVAN SALON is the most important date for launching the new generation of vehicles as well as innovations in the upstream supply and accessories industries. The trade fair attracts visitors and experts from all over the world and fully does justice to its role as a trend indicator and positive stimulus for the sector,” rejoices Director Stefan Koschke.
Hardly any other form of holidays affords as much freedom and individuality as does caravanning. This is not only reflected by the flexible tour planning but also by the large choice of vehicle layouts and furnishings. The industry offers the constantly growing caravanning community an impressive range of products and numerous personalisation options. Daniel Onggowinarso, Managing Director of the Caravanning Industry Association (CIVD), stresses: “The possibilities of adapting motorhomes or caravans to ones wishes and needs are enormous. Almost every facet of a vehicle can be designed individually while the comprehensive range of furnishings and accessories fulfils even the highest demands made on functionality and comfort. This extraordinary flexibility and broad product portfolio are hallmarks of the caravanning industry and are therefore particularly close to the hearts of holidaymakers.”
Complete market overview and currently trending themes
The choice of vehicle layouts for motorhomes and caravans has widened substantially over the past years and today offers more variety than ever before. This extensive offering allows users to choose from a wide palette of models, which are tailored to differing needs and use cases:
Caravans create spacious living and offer a high degree of flexibility at the holiday destination. With the decoupled passenger car users can conveniently do their shopping or go on day trips while their mobile holiday domicile awaits them at their preferred pitch. The rising choice of caravan models has opened the market for new target groups – including models with large storage space and specific furnishing features that are especially attractive for active sportspeople and other specialist user groups. This testifies to the market having far outgrown classic family holidays.
The range of motorhomes is also as broad as ever: alongside the classic models such as alcove, semi-integrated and fully integrated motorhomes, compact motorhomes are also gaining in popularity. Campervans are the fastest growing segment and have often accounted for over half the new registrations over the past few years. These compact vehicles are appreciated above all for their easy handling and suitability for everyday use. The overwhelming majority of motorhomes have one thing in common: thanks to state-of-the-art technology the driving experience in nearly all types of motorhomes is almost identical to that of a normal car, making it easier for newcomers.
Interior design: flexible use of space
Customers’ demands made on the interior design of caravans and motorhomes have undergone constant development over the past few decades. Modern, high-quality designs are in great demand especially in sleeping and living areas today. Interiors are dominated by bright, natural colours and wood tones. The variety of design options reflects customers’ desire to design their living spaces in caravans or motorhomes according to their individual wishes and stylishly. For technical equipment multi-functional approaches are in the foreground: folding and height-adjustable beds as well as variable workspaces make for flexible room usage and help to optimally use the limited space. With just a few simple steps seating areas can be converted into generous sleeping facilities and in many models the bathroom can be enlarged through folding or swivelling elements. Controlling on-board systems by Tablet or smartphone is considered standard by now. This allows holidaymakers to also conveniently control important functions such as water and gas levels or air-conditioning and heating remotely.
Self-sufficiency in caravanning: the trend toward independence
In the caravanning sector self-sufficiency is a topic increasingly gaining in importance. More and more people are attracted to RV parks and campsites in nature away from tourist hotspots to spend their holidays as close to nature as possible. This desire for independence makes more and caravanning enthusiasts want to be self-sufficient. Meaning demand for such furnishing features as additional battery packs and solar panels is on the rise. At the same time 4-wheel drive motorhomes enjoy growing popularity as they make it possible to also reach pitches or campsites in remote holiday regions and even under the most challenging weather conditions. These trends evidence that the requirements for motorhomes and caravans are rising constantly. The industry therefore consistently adapts to both familiar needs and new trends of the adventurous, nature-loving camping fans.
Tickets and prices for CARAVAN SALON Düsseldorf 2024:
1-day tickets for adults are €19 on weekends, €17 on working days; discounted tickets (schoolchildren, students, Club CARAVAN SALON & boot, ADAC) cost €17 on weekends, €15 on working days); for children (aged 6 to 12) the 1-day ticket costs €8 on weekends and €6 on workdays. In addition, an afternoon ticket will be offered for €10 from Monday to Friday (from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm). Preview Day tickets for adults cost €35 (discounted €32) and for children aged 6 to 12 €8. For more info go to: www.caravan-salon.de
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